1995 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Escort (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
